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Canon EF 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 II USM

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Canon EF 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 II USM

Focal length
28–105 mm
Aperture
f/3.5–4.5
Weight
375 g
Filter diameter
58 mm
Min. focus distance
50 cm
Length
75 mm

At a Glance

This standard zoom for Canon EF full-frame cameras covers 28-105 mm, with the maximum aperture changing from f/3.5 to f/4.5. It has a ring USM drive with full-time manual focus, and its front ring does not rotate. The minimum focus distance is 50 cm. The range from wide-angle to short telephoto suits everyday use and travel.

Good for

  • Everyday
  • Travel

Derived from the manufacturer data, not from our own tests. How we check

Technical Specifications

Min. focal length
28 mm
Max. focal length
105 mm
Max. aperture (min. zoom)
f/3.5
Max. aperture (max. zoom)
f/4.5
Min. aperture
f/22
Elements
15
Groups
12
Weight
375 g (0.83 lb)
Filter diameter
58 mm
Min. focus distance
50 cm (entire zoom range)
Max. magnification
1:5.3 (0.19×)
Length
75 mm (2.95 in)
Diameter
72 mm (2.83 in)
Released
October 2000

Manufacturer data: global.canon

Last checked: October 13, 2026 (against the manufacturer data) · How we check

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Compare with other lenses

Which cameras does the Canon EF 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 II USM fit?

The Canon EF 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 II USM is a full-frame lens for Canon EF cameras. On full-frame bodies it uses the whole sensor; on APS-C Canon EF cameras its field of view equals 45-168 mm in full-frame terms.

Canon EF cameras

With the Canon Mount Adapter EF-EOS R the lens can also be used on Canon RF cameras.

With the Canon Mount Adapter EF-EOS M the lens can also be used on Canon EF-M cameras.

Canon EF 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 II USM compared

Key specs side by side with the most similar Canon EF lenses.

LensCanon EF 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 II USMCanon EF 28-105mm f/4.0-5.6 USMCanon EF 24-105mm F3.5-5.6 IS STMCanon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM
Focal length28-105 mm28-105 mm24-105 mm24-105 mm
Max. aperturef/3.5-4.5f/4-5.6f/3.5-5.6f/4
Weight375 g210 g525 g670 g
Filter diameter58 mm58 mm77 mm77 mm
Min. focus distance50 cm48 cm40 cm45 cm
Length75 mm68 mm104 mm107 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationnonoyesyes
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Canon EF 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 II USM: FAQ

Does the Canon EF 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 II USM have autofocus?

Yes, the Canon EF 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 II USM has autofocus.

Does the Canon EF 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 II USM have image stabilization?

No, the Canon EF 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 II USM has no stabilization of its own. On cameras with in-body image stabilization (IBIS) the image is still stabilized.

How much does the Canon EF 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 II USM weigh?

The Canon EF 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 II USM weighs 375 g. It is 75 mm long with a diameter of 72 mm.

What filter size does the Canon EF 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 II USM use?

The Canon EF 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 II USM takes 58 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Canon EF 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 II USM focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Canon EF 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 II USM is 50 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Canon EF 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 II USM a full-frame lens?

Yes, the Canon EF 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 II USM covers full frame. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 45-168 mm in full-frame terms.

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